Women & Gender Equity Network (WGEN) Executive: Research Coordinators (2)

McMasters Student Union • Hamilton, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for the research and content development of WGEN’s educational events and campaigns. Research will focus issues faced by women, trans and gender non-conforming students, as well as issues of gender-based violence, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in the McMaster community. They will also aid in the development of WGEN Volunteer Training, gathering verified and accurate information to be presented. This executive will work with both MSU and community partners in order to assure that the projects are highly inclusive, appropriate, impactful, and align with principles of intersectional feminism.

Requirements

• Awareness and understanding of topics associated with WGEN (i.e. transphobia, racism, sexism, ableism, and human rights, heterosexism, cissexism, heteronormativity, intersecting oppressions and invisible privilege, sexual assault).
• An understanding of safe(r) space.
• Confidence and ability to challenge dominant views.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills.
• Previous leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience planning events is an asset.
• Establish and maintain professional connections on and off campus.

Responsibilities

• Research and content development of WGEN’s educational events and campaigns.
• Focus research on issues faced by women, trans and gender non-conforming students, as well as issues of gender-based violence, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in the McMaster community.
• Aid in the development of WGEN Volunteer Training, gathering verified and accurate information to be presented.
• Work with both MSU and community partners to assure projects are highly inclusive, appropriate, impactful, and align with principles of intersectional feminism.
• Maintain confidentiality of all individuals accessing the WGEN.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed